“Here's an Inquiry-based lesson to challenge
students to overcome struggles or over-look slight "first world
problems." My former library aide used to tell students, "You
need to get a real problem." Kids would laugh and get it. Sometimes we
just have to call a spade a spade.”
Sometimes I think my problems are the worst
thing in the world because they affect me. I guess I get selfish and feel like
the world revolves around me and if I have a problem, my life takes priority to
everything else. I feel ashamed when I look around at other people and think
about some of the problems they face. I’m one of the lucky ones. I have a home,
shelter, money to pay bills, and a loving husband. What more do I need?
This reminds me of a quote:
"I cried because I had no shoes until I met a man with no
feet." -- Ancient Proverb
I
need to remember that my problems are all First World Problems and that many
people are facing things that affect their lives in a much more serious way.
Many people fear for their lives. Many are trying to survive day to day with
lack of food or water. Many people have serious illnesses and aren’t sure how
much longer they will live.
As
Thanksgiving Day approaches, I need to remember to be thankful for all the
things that I’m blessed with. I need to stop complaining about things that
really don’t matter. I need to start being more positive and helping to lift
others up.
What
problems do you have? Are they First World Problems? If not, what can I do to
help lift you up? Please share.
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